Battling Loss Together: Lessons Learned And Things That Helped After A Stillbirth (part 2 of 2)

The Waiting Warriors Podcast

James' Episode: Navigating Grief and Lessons Learned (Part 2) In this heartfelt episode titled 'Battling Loss Together: Lessons Learned And Things That Helped After A Stillbirth ', Austin and Michelle Bowler open up about coping with their grief after a tragic loss. They candidly discuss what they have learned from their challenging journey, vital lessons that have helped them along the way, and the importance of community during such times. They also share their personal experiences on finding therapeutic resources and the impact it had on their healing process. Join them as they talk about showing vulnerability, navigating through pain, and extending mutual support during sorrowful times. Connect with us on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/TheWaitingWarriors -Feel free to look through the 3 "James" highlights where I saved my thoughts and experiences over the years Connect with us on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/TheWaitingWarriors TheWaitingWarriors.com Chapter Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Sharing Grief Experiences Online With Military Spouses 02:35 Practical Help and Support For Grieving Military Couples 06:25 Dealing with Grief and Loss As A Military Couple 10:07 Helpful Gifts and Gestures For Grieving Friends 11:10 Dealing with Grief through Art 13:47 Support from Leaders and Community 14:37 Lessons Learned from Grief 17:42 The Healing Power of Journaling 20:58 Navigating Anger in Grief 23:52 Confronting Grief and Fear 24:20 Embracing Anger and Faith 24:51 Personal Interpretations of Religious Teachings 26:53 The Impact of Loss on Faith 27:39 The Journey of Grief and Faith 29:08 The Role of Bibliotherapy in Grief 29:50 Understanding the Stages of Grief 32:49 Communicating Grief with Children 33:16 The Importance of Honesty in Grief 33:54 The Role of Compassion and Empathy in Grief 45:39 The Importance of Seeking Help 49:59 The Hope in Grief 51:29 Final Thoughts and Resources